Tree Trimmer

Wright Tree Service

Tree Trimmer maintaining tree health and removing hazards for Wright Tree Service. Responsible for pruning and removing trees near power lines with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeSt. Paul • Minnesota • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $25 - $32 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in tree trimming, removal, and maintenance while adhering to safety standards and regulations. Proficient in operating specialized equipment and tools, with a strong understanding of electrical safety and arboricultural techniques.

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Tree Trimming And RemovalKnowledge Of ANSI Z133.1 And ANSI A300Electrical Safety Standards (OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269)Ability To Operate And Service Tools And EquipmentTree And Bucket Rescue Training

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Hard Skills

Tree IdentificationArboricultural TechniquesReading Circuit MapsUsing Insulated ToolsApplying HerbicidesConducting Vehicle InspectionsPerforming Routine MaintenanceFelling TreesRigging TechniquesUsing Powered Trimmer Lift Truck

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCoaching And Educating OthersAbility To Work Independently And In A GroupProblem-Solving SkillsAbility To Follow Instructions

Tools & Technologies

Hand SawsGround SawsPrunersWoodchipperClimbing EquipmentPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)Traffic Control DevicesClimbing LineSafety BeltLadder

Industry Keywords

Tree Care OperationsEnergized ConductorsOSHA RegulationsHazardous EquipmentEmergency ResponseGrowth RegulatorsSafety PracticesProperty MaintenanceEmergency Call-Out WorkNatural Disaster Response

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Loads vehicles and equipment with manageable size limbs and logs not suited for wood chipping.
Trims, removes and/or fells trees using climbing equipment, such as a powered trimmer lift truck, safety belt, climbing line, and ladder.
Also works on the ground using hand saws, ground saws, pruners or other applicable tools.
Works aloft to cut branches or trunk sections and drop or lower them to the ground with rigging lines.
Uses appropriate tools on the ground to fell trees or spars and split them into manageable pieces.
Works around hazardous equipment and may work in close proximity to energized power lines while under the direct supervision of a qualified line clearance tree trimmer.
Once the prerequisites for qualification have been met, may provide direct supervision of the activities of non-qualified employees working in close proximity to energized conductors.
Applies herbicide and growth regulators to brush and stumps.
Maintains appropriate application records.
Adheres to and helps educate less experienced employees on company policies, procedures, on-the-job safety practices, approved work methods and OSHA regulations.
Repairs minor damage to property that occurs on the job site.
Escalates situations to General Foreperson’s when necessary and in a timely manner.
Feeds brush and debris into woodchipper.
Sets up warning signs, barriers, flags, relays hand-signals, directs traffic and other applicable traffic control devices to protect employees and members of the public from hazards in and around the work area.
Cooperates with property owner, customer, and emergency personnel when blocking streets or driveways.
Conducts vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure proper working conditions.
Conducts routine maintenance on company vehicles, equipment and tools.
Reports specialized vehicle maintenance or equipment needs to General Foreperson.
During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty and travel outside of regular work location for the duration of the disaster.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must have basic knowledge of trees, including identification, growth habits and arboricultural techniques specific to trimming, pruning, repairing, maintaining and removing, in close proximity to energized conductors.
Knowledge and understanding of the American National Standards for Tree Care Operations (ANSI Z133.1-current version) and American National Standards for Proper Pruning (ANSI A300).
Ability to adhere and coach employees on company and industry safety requirements.
Knowledge of electrical circuits and skilled in reading and understanding of circuit maps.
Knowledge of OSHA electric power generation, transmission, and distribution standards, including 29 CFR 1910.269.
Ability to determine nominal voltage, proper use of insulated tools near energized parts and distinguish exposed live parts from other parts of electric equipment.
Ability to learn quickly and to follow instructions accurately.
Must be able to communicate with others and represent Wright Tree Service in a professional manner.
Must be able to comprehend and/or read and write both written and verbal job instructions and safety information.
Ability to recognize poisonous plants and take proper safeguard against them.
Must be able to wear necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Ability to work long hours and overtime during emergencies (including holidays, weekends, storm work) and will be subject to call-out work.
Demonstrate knowledge and trained to perform tree and bucket rescue.
Ability to operate and service all required tools and equipment.
Ability to work both independently and in a group.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Union benefits and pay offered
Plenty of growth opportunities
On the job training
Potential overtime
Get paid weekly